Dakota's second assignment is to protect an old CIA friend of her father's named Cooper. Coop just wrote a damning tell-all about his time as a spook. While he goes on a day-long media junket, it's up to Dakota to keep him alive. But Coop's agent has accidentally let slip his entire itinerary, so it's not going to be easy for the red-headed PI/ bodyguard.
Issue 2 was an exciting look at a day in the life of Dakota North. Snipers, car chases, and the David Letterman show! It was like reading a story of my life!
The twist to this issue isn't the knowledge that Cooper has about the CIA that has assassins on his tail but a solid gold pen that contains a deadly poison. This toxin is so potent, just what's in the writing instrument could wipe out a couple city blocks. Good thing Coop pawned it off on Dakota's baby brother Ricky in a poker game.
Another great issue with Ricky again being the star. I think Marvel missed a perfect chance to create a series just about him. For example, when Coop is tricking Ricky into the card game, Ricky's dad says 'You're too young to gamble.' to which the lad replies 'I can cover $50.' I was laughing so hard. Great dialogue by writer/ co-creator Martha Thomases.
Worth Consuming
Rating: 10 out of 10 stars.
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